The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR)- 12 together with the Socsksargen Federation of Fishing and Allied Industries, Inc. (SFFAII) conducted the 3rd batch of training for the officers and crews of Commercial Tuna Handline Fishing Vessels on sustainable fisheries management, responsible fishing operation, proper fish handling onboard, catch documentation and traceability today, August 2, 2023.

Thirty-nine individuals, majority handline fishers, participated in the activity. Officials from BFAR and partner organizations facilitated the whole day training. Trained individuals are now added to the list of empowered human resources who will form part of better and sustainable handline fishing operation in the future.